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RY25-26 Middle School History Teacher

Uncommon Schools

Florence, NJ
22 hours ago
$56,000 - $80,000

Job Description

Join Uncommon Schools as a Middle School History Teacher, where you'll inspire students through engaging lessons that foster critical thinking and promote inclusivity. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance educational outcomes in urban public charter schools.

Key Responsibilities

  • Facilitate student-led discourse on historical topics
  • Guide students in understanding authors' claims and sourcing
  • Teach a curriculum prioritizing diverse histories
  • Build an inclusive and safe classroom environment
  • Analyze student data and differentiate instruction
  • Build positive relationships with students and families

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools
  • Academic expertise in Education, History, Geography, Political Science, Criminal Justice, Social Sciences, or the Humanities

Preferred Qualifications

  • 1-2 years of relevant teaching experience
  • Commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development
  • Enthusiasm for collaboration with partners in the best interest of students

Benefits & Perks

Generous paid time off including sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaksExtensive training and developmentComprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plansNew Jersey Pension programPaid leave of absence optionsMental health and counseling support